Steam wand deep clean

Clean the pipe and clear the tip

The manual's wand care.

1. Wipe the steam pipe with a damp cloth after every use.
2. If the steam is weak or uneven: switch off, open the steam knob to let the pressure out, and let it cool.
3. Clear the tip's three holes with a needle, as the manual says.
4. Heat up again and open the knob into a container to check the steam.

Take the steam pipe off and refit it

The manual does this to fit the Cappuccino Automatic; the same steps give you the pipe off for cleaning, or to reach its O-rings.

1. Switch off, let the machine cool, and close the steam knob.
2. With the key supplied, turn the small socket screw on the tap body clockwise to release the pipe.
3. Turn the steam pipe clockwise until it stops, then pull it out to the right.
4. Check the two O-rings on the tap's outlet (OR 106 Viton, 465017). Roll new ones on if they are worn (parts list; not in the manual).
5. Push the pipe back into its seat towards the left, and turn it anticlockwise until it stops.
6. Turn the screw anticlockwise to lock it. The manual: keep it locked whenever the machine is in use.

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